Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, particularly for anticancer drug development. Its structure supports binding to specific enzyme targets involved in cell signaling pathways. Also employed in the creation of fluorinated quinoline derivatives to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability in drug candidates. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its halogen substitution pattern, which influences potency and selectivity.